Taking A Break Is SO Necessary

Thanksgiving was last week and not only did I take a break from working with the nonprofit I help out with, I also took a break from blogging and a limited break from social media aside from a photo/tweet or two. As much of a workaholic that I can be, I’m trying to learn how to have and create a balance NOW instead of when it’s too late (when I’m making millions and many more people are depending on me than they do now).

During my break I decided to forgo checking my multiple email and social media accounts and focus on doing things for me instead. For instance, I went to the movies, I started reading a new book, I spent time with my family and friends doing things I’d stopped doing and I even worked on some of my 100 In A Year list items. And you know what? It felt great!

Not only was I able to have a little peace from technology, I was able to focus on myself and making myself happy with the little things that mean so much.

I used to feel guilty when I wasn’t working. Here I am in my mid-twenties still trying to find my way in life and hustle to make my dreams come true…how dare I take a day off?! But that day off is so necessary because it keeps me from burning myself out. A year or two ago I met this business coach who told me to stop staying awake all night and working without getting enough sleep because it would burn me out. I thought he was crazy, but it turns out he was right.

Being mentally fresh is essential to maximizing your creativity and productivity and keeping yourself sane. Now I’m confident that I can get ALL my work done this week without complaining or feeling like I need a break, because I’ve already given myself one.

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You are so right! I totally understand making good use of your time and doing what needs to be done. But you can’t be productive when you’re sleepy, cranky, irritable, and all of the above. It’s all a balancing act!! Sometimes social media can be so damn overwhelming…I hope you take time out for yourself more often girly. We need the creative awesomenss you give! :)

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Hey there, I'm Jessica! Welcome to my blog! Here you'll find posts about beauty, hair, what it's like being a millennial mom and a little of my life in between. I hope you are inspired and can relate. Thanks for visiting! Find me on social media so we can meet!